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What I’ve learned in the 6 weeks since my RARP

Prostate Cancer | Last Active: Feb 13 1:03pm | Replies (9)

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I had to wear a catheter for two weeks. Never Cleaned it. Isn’t really necessary since it was in a closed system.

Four days after surgery, I went to three clients office and worked on their computers. Wore the leg bag when I went, attached to my ankle. None of my clients had any idea I ever had surgery.

Seven days after surgery I went back to work full-time. Just emptied the bag when I went into the bathroom. Didn’t actually needed to empty it more than once during the day.

The trip home from the hospital is definitely not fun.

I also didn’t have nerve sparing. You should get a penis pump I was supplied one by my medical team. Taking Cialis daily can keep blood flowing properly. You probably will need to use bimix or Trimix Injections to get a good erection, but it works for many people in this forum. You can also get an implant which is very successful.

I had no incontinence after surgery, but had a problem starting nine years later.

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@jeffmarc I was told that I didn’t have to change or clean my catheter as well. Wore it for 9 days with no problems. Had zero incontinence issues. BTW, I appreciate your input on many of the subjects on this site. You are one of my “go to commenters” when looking for pertinent information. Thank you Jeff.